Augie Merasty Ch 2 Hard Times

What was the approximate temperature during the walk described in the text?

• -20°F

• -40°F

• -60°F

• 0°F

How far out on the lake did the narrator see wolf tracks?

• Two miles

• Four miles

• Six miles

• Eight miles

In what year did the events described take place?

• 1939

• 1940

• 1941

• 1942

What physical ailment does the narrator mention suffering from?

• A broken leg

• A sore throat

• A watering and aching left eye

• A headache

What did the Sisters enjoy doing according to the narrator?

• Teaching

• Causing pain and suffering

• Playing games

• Cooking

What does the narrator suggest about the Sisters' attitude towards their position?

• They were kind and caring

• They were indifferent

• They were paranoid

• They were enthusiastic

What does the narrator imply about the Sisters' treatment of the students?

• It was fair and just

• It was harsh and unjust

• It was lenient

• It was indifferent

What was Sister Mercy's favorite phrase?

• Children from the city, what can you expect?

• Indians from the bush, what can you expect?

• People from the mountains, what can you expect?

• Students from the village, what can you expect?

Who were considered servants of God on Earth according to the text?

• Teachers and students

• Nuns, brothers, and fathers of the Oblate Mary Immaculate

• Local villagers

• Government officials

What did the students use to make bets with while watching chickens and roosters?

• Coins and stamps

• Nickels, candy, or glass marbles

• Books and pencils

• Toys and games